I am sorry Solo but this is the worst ever. I had high expectations visiting the place but you let me down. Admission cost of IDR 35k is too high with what I have been experiencing; I felt being robbed. Guide was provided however you need to join with the others; I thought the guide was for myself only. The museum section is so old and feels like it is not being well maintained. The other area for explore is kind of garden surrounded by the “pendopo”. That’s it. No more exploration area. I prefer Jogja than Solo; visiting Keraton wise.

Solo Keraton is still in an active palace in Solo, the King and Queen still live in this place, but tourist can go only visit some parts of the palace which is the backyard. If you are willing to visit, better bring fan, umbrella, sunscreen and use shoes. Don’t use sandal, because they will ask you to take off and walk barefoot inside the keraton.

The official Surakarta Hadiningrat Palace residence of the Kasunanan Surakarta located in the heart of Solo City, blends traditional Javanese architecture with subtle European touches. Inside, a museum displays royal heirlooms, golden chariots, traditional attire, and historical collections from past kings. Stepping into the palace grounds, you are immediately greeted by a serene and sacred atmosphere. Friendly guides share stories from each room, making the visit more meaningful. The collection is impressive, although certain parts of the building could use more maintenance. Visitors are expected to dress modestly and follow the rules, such as refraining from entering restricted areas or taking photos in prohibited spots. The soft sound of gamelan music and the lingering scent of aged wood in every corner add to the magical charm. Despite minor shortcomings, the historical value and unique atmosphere make the Surakarta Hadiningrat Palace well worth visiting—especially for history and culture enthusiasts who wish to experience the living heritage of a Javanese kingdom firsthand.

If you'd like to learn more about the history of Surakarta (Solo) during the kingdom period, I recommend visiting this Royal Palace (Keraton). They provide a guided tour experience where you'll be able to see the Palace's Courtyard, Museum, and Event Hall. The Palace has many more inner areas however it's restricted for tourists; mostly those are the private residences of the Royal Family Members. If you're wearing sandals, you need to take them off and explore the Palace Yard barefoot, but shoes are allowed (not sure the thought process behind it). Sarong is provided for those who are wearing shorts or skirts to cover up. Tickets: IDR 35k for locals, IDR 60k for foreigners, and additional IDR 50k if you bring a professional camera. Open from 09 AM - 3 PM daily.

the place is nice for solitude time, its quite. just sit under the tree would relax ur muscle. they offer water from their well and give it free, bring ur tumbler! the guide would give u alot of information. nice place for for grounding on their yard (they use beach sand)

This was a big disappointment compared to Pura Mangkunagaran: a guide who rushed us through the place, with little knowledge about this palace except what the travel guide told us already before we arrived. Hefty price for the entry (50k/person) - cash only!

This palace is such a beautiful one, as you can see they don't even change a thing of the building and it's still traditional also beautiful ✨ you can really feel different energy here where it's very positive and calming one, especially when you're going inside the Keraton area with all the trees around. The museum also look super traditional and our tour guide was super smart and friendly, he explained everything clearly and not boring at all✨

(Translated by Google) In the food court there is something called Brawijaya steak, wow it's really long, the ones who order it last are the ones who sell it, I'm fed up with Brawijaya steak at Pasar Gede, the taste is just so-so (Original) Di food court ada yg namanya Brawijaya steak , busyeet laaamaaa benerrr , yg dijualin yg pesen terakhir , kapok ke Brawijaya steak pasar gede , rasa pas pasan

(Translated by Google) There are quite a lot of culinary delights in the big market (Original) Di pasar gede ada lumayan banyak kuliner ya

(Translated by Google) wholesale Fresh Fruit (Original) grosir Buah Segar

The city of Surakarta is very beautiful and very interesting not only is there the palace, the prince's palace and the king's palace with excellent things to see but also this antique market with lots of trinkets and old things, some of which are certainly real antiques, it's really interesting there were also old motorcycles and Honda Dreams from the 50s to the 90s he was selling a BMW from the 54s in perfect working order he tried it in front of me ... (I looked on the internet the value of this motorcycle between 5000 euros up to 12,000 euros in collector's condition ... he sold it for 2,500,000 rupees, that is to say 128 euros today) but he was not interested in taking steps to sell it otherwise! and so even if he knows its value because I told him it is still at 2,500,000 to take away 😅😅

HOW I ADORE THIS ANTIQUE MARKET🥹📜🧸🪞📺🕰️📀 harganya masih sangat2 reasonable (they’re open to negotiation). Got myself cute little vintage pots, batik shirt, a green shawl, and many moOooree!!! A MUST-VISIT when you’re in Solo🤎🧙‍♀️🍃🎃

Nice spot to view all collections of antique stuffs and also to buy souvenir. They have 2 levels of shops and few of them sell Batik & clothes Do visit if you are in Solo, nice places to click Instagram photos

Triwindu Market is a treasure trove for antique lovers. You can find all kinds of vintage items dating back decades. It’s truly a paradise for anyone who appreciates the charm of old, timeless pieces.

This hidden gem in Surakarta is a must-visit destination, popping up on everyone's radar when searching for unique attractions. Step into this charming market and discover a treasure trove of antiques, vintage items, and historical collectibles. From exquisite home decor to intricately designed kebaya, every item tells a story. Explore the two floors of nostalgia, where every nook is now a photo opportunity. Enjoy a sweet treat from the traditional ice cream vendor outside, and savor the flavors of local Soto at the renowned spot nearby. A truly immersive experience awaits!

I am fond of nostalgic things, especially things reflect the old time of Indonesia. At Pasar Triwindu, there are a lot of old things interesting to see, and most of the sellers don’t push you to buy things. If one day I have my own house in Indonesia, I will decorate the house with these antiques.

This place might be either you’ll gonna find a truly gem or just a scam for tourist. Just be clever and always do a bargain when it comes to shop! Many vintage item offered from batik to camera. Might be busy at the weekend so come here weekdays instead

This museum has abundant number of collection. It is considered as one of the oldest museum in Indonesia which contains collections ranging from Javanese manuscripts to ancient Javanese statues. Many of the collection are a really valuable artifacts which important to the history of culture of Java or Indonesia as a whole. My favorite will be the sleeping Vishnu statue (Vishnu Anantasayana). The collections of wayang, and the bowsprit of Kasunanan Surakarta ships/boat. It is a shame that this museum are not well manage and the presentation is cannot exhibit the collections well. Many of the collections are also already stolen. Especially the collections from old Javanese era. At least the manuscripts are preserved well in a room with air conditioner. It would be great if there's a reform in the management.

The oldest museum in Indonesia, I personally just love how they kept all the ancient items nicely. These are a glimpse of some from my last visit. Hope many people will show more interest #Ayokemuseum ;)

Great collection, great tour guide. Wish all the success!

Awesome museum housing the royal collection of one of the Kasunanan court, primarily assembled under Pakubuwono X in the early 20th cent. Interesting insight into Javanese court culture, including many puppets, instruments, daggers, pottery, furniture and even two gifts from Napoleon. There's also a large section of stone statuary from the Hindu-Buddhist era. Honestly more interesting than the Kraton itself. It's housed in a converted early 20th cent Dutch residence. Clean bathrooms and free drinking water. Entry is 20k for foreigners.

Very informative, history rich Indonesia's history since colonialism from hat, keris, mask, paper money, statue collections and many more. Cheap ticket

This museum is not far from the city, from the entrance we have to write a guest book and we are not in kenai charge a dime, in the room we have been shown video about surakarta and its surroundings, there is a variety of ancient relics we need to know as local and international tourists, we can listen to gending- gending Java from the video, and we are free to photograph there, but we are not allowed to hold the ancient relics, although it is arranged neatly but there is still some dust still stuck around, first time come it was nice, the guard is very friendly

Good place for learning about Javanese' culture. You can see some interesting things like keris, tombak, and wayang. I is free, clean, and organized.

Kampung Wisata Batik Kauman is not very large, and the streets are fairly short and walkable. Tourists can find many photo spots and even rent traditional Solo attire. It’s a great place to buy batik clothing, from affordable pieces to high-end designer brands. There are also plenty of cafés and eateries around.

A wonderful and highly recommended place to visit! Kampung Batik Kauman Solo is a beautiful village with so many authentic batik creations. There are numerous photo spots throughout the area, making it a great place to capture memories. The craftsmanship is incredible, and you can truly feel the history and culture of batik here. A must-visit for anyone in Solo!

Kampung Batik Kauman is a great place to explore the traditional art of batik in Solo. The area is full of small batik shops and workshops where visitors can watch the batik-making process and buy authentic handmade products. The atmosphere is calm and traditional, with narrow alleys and old Javanese houses. Prices vary depending on the design and quality, but many shops offer reasonable deals for good quality batik. It’s a good spot for both shopping and learning about local culture. Just be prepared to walk around, as the alleys are quite narrow.

Kauman Solo batik is beautiful and perfect for tourists, and it's free. You can take photos here without spending a penny, and the location is strategic. I highly recommend this place!

It's such a beautiful place to take a walk. It gives you vintages vibe. This place not only offers batik but also offers culinary delights.

Kampung Batik Kauman is another must-visit icon in Surakarta! This place is easy to find, and even Grab can deliver or pick you up right inside the alley. There are many beautiful spots to take pictures, and there are even free props provided, like umbrellas, that can enhance your photos. You can also try your hand at traditional batik-making. The best part? It's completely free to visit, all you're asked to do is leave a review on Google and follow their Instagram account. It's definitely worth a visit!

There are lots of batik shops around, and the variety is great! You can find all kinds of patterns and materials—everything from classic to more modern styles. The fabric options are nice too, like cotton, silk, and rayon. What’s really awesome is that the prices are pretty affordable, so it’s easy to grab something for yourself or as a gift. Shopping here is fun because there’s so much to choose from, and most of the staff are friendly and helpful. If you’re into batik or just curious, it’s definitely a cool place to check out!

we came on a Saturday night at half past 7 pm. not too crowded because we immediately got parking and a seat. started ordering at 18.36 and the order receipt was printed at 18.45. we had to wait almost 1 hour for the food to arrive. around 19.38 it just arrived, and that was only 1 of the 4 foods we ordered. we had to complain to the service, then our order was prioritized. the food just arrived completely around 19. 45. it's been too long waiting, disappointing because the food arrived cold. hopefully in the future there will be improvements. for those of you looking for fast service, I do not recommend eating here.

The food was tasty and reasonably priced. The place is cozy, aesthetic, and even has a spacious prayer room. Great service and wide parking made the whole experience very enjoyable

Nice place for dinner. Blending traditional ambience and fusion foods. Iga bakar melt in my mouth, recommended. Mix fried finger food good for starter, fried mushroom was really good. Coffee taste a bit off, not something to be recommended.

I think I dont like the atmosphere coz it is not bright. Too down tone. The lamp is too yellow, the table the chairs the wall.. is too dark. In the photo maybe it is not too dark, but if you are there, you ll understand what I mean. The food is ok. I ordered kwetiaw. It is hard to find yummy kwetiaw, this one too, too oily, and too salty. This place is introduced by a lot of ppl via tik tok. The food seems delicious in tik too, but i think it s just so so. The price is good, though. I visited here on Sunday at 11.15 am. No need to reserve a reservation if you come early. The parking lot is big but not that big.

Basically the food are good. Quite an extensive choices. I was expecting their food to be sweet after tasting the nachos, but apparently that was the exception. Their idea of nachos was getting a store bought packet of doritos and splash it with cheese sauce and local mayo. I am sorry but i can’t tolerate this. Other than this, the chicken chop, zuppa soup, and chicken bulgogi were as good as the meatballs. They were enjoyable. The lighting of the restaurant was too dim. Not a nice ambience when you go with the family as i saw some couples with their children ranging from toddler to young adults. But aside, everything was 👍. The place was filling up. Very busy. Must be a popular amongst the patrons in Solo.

We frequently choose this place for meetings with our colleagues due to its delightful cuisine, reasonable prices, and the pleasant ambiance found on both the first and second floors. The first floor, with its softer lighting, offers a more intimate setting that is well-suited for private discussions. The venue also provides ample parking space and enjoys a strategic location in the heart of Solo, making it highly convenient to visit. In the same way, Solo English Center offers not only quality programs but also a supportive and comfortable environment for those who wish to enhance their English skills in the heart of the city.

Perfect place for my tummy-mood booster.

Nice food. but sometimes i think it's too pricey. every food we ordered came in very small portions and nothing outstanding from the taste, just okay. place is clean, staffs are helpful. clean toilets.

A pretty decent western restaurant in Solo, they have Chocolate Lava Cake, which is a great closer. The food are pretty good and fulfilling, you get the amount and taste of what you pay for, although I’d skip the soup entirely. The main entrees come with mashed potatoes and blend well with it, but you’re free to change it to other type of potatoes like fries.

Id read a previous review relating to food poisoning and decided to dismiss it and give this place a try. Unfortunately i shouldn't have bothered. I ordered the brunch omelette and my wife ordered chicken pasta. My omelette was VERY under cooked (raw) and a diarrhoea moment waiting to happen. My wife's pasta, the chicken had a very distinctive smell and she removed alll the chicken from her pasta. My food, no chance id be eating that! On top of that the mosquitoes in the restaurant had a better dining experience than me. I only stopped itching yesterday. Sad to say it but it wasn't a good experience.

We very rarely eat at the same place twice, and three times is unheard of especially ially when were traveling. But three times it was. The Peking duck medium rare is awesome. The steaks are great. Chicken peri peri is full of flavor, chicken broccoli pasta is rich. Sauces are excellent. Service is friendly and professional. Great place

There are plenty of options from appetizers to desserts, ranging from seafood, chicken, to beef. I tried the Gordon bleau, Angus steak, and ribs. The Angus steak was the best, perfectly seasoned, tender, with a delicious mushroom sauce served with mashed potatoes, although the mashed potatoes were a bit too creamy for my taste. The ribs were tasty, but nothing extraordinary. The Gordon bleau was just okay. Overall, it's recommended, especially considering the reasonable prices. Parking is available along the roadside. The seating capacity is not extensive, so it's advisable to make a reservation, especially during peak hours.

Fantastic service and everything is delicious. My favorite is the garlic butter salmon pasta; al dente and tasty. The price is very affordable too. Would come again if I find myself in Solo later in the future and crave some Italian food.

Cheap but al dentee. Will be back for sure!

The menu here are very authentic with Java especially Solo culinary. It also has the dessert or appetizer with the local culinary menu. The taste is so good, but the portion is a little bit big for me. The interior of the resto is very authentic with Java vibes, but there are 2 spot with chinese interior. Well, it just becoz the owner is an antique collector. Thank you, Pecel Solo! You completed my culinary bucketlist in here.

We ordered Pecel Ndeso, teh krampul, and Es Puter Djadoel. I love the Pecel with bitterness from Papaya leaves and the savoury of banana flower. It’s served with red rice, and a Karak cracker. The pecel sauce is darker than typical Pecel because of its black sesame. For those who like the authenticity of pecel with its bitterness and astringent hints, this is definitely for you. But if you expect a sweet sauce with soft vegies, choose something else but Pecel Ndeso. The Es Puter Djadoel is good. Although it’s a bit too sweet for me, but the green ‘tape’ gives a savoury surprise.

I always come here for the pecel, it was delicious and fresh. The space is clean, comfortable and has proper live music.

Located at Jl. Prof.DR. Supomo, Surakarta. Served very nice authentic javanish food. Nice interior and ambience overall. Unique, classic and very artistic. Old style Javanese house. With the affordable price, you can enjoy the genuinely taste of Javanese food.

Where to next? Lunch bell rang and we heading to Restaurant Pecel Solo. My-my! Ambiance really a stand-out. As if you have walked into someone’s rustic and traditional those days house. Regardless, let me tell you that being seated in the stuffy, cramped dining area and hardly any space breather to move around was not a comfort zone. Food by far too was not a major delicious pop-up. In fact, just so-so and pretty much only acceptable. Pretty much the same like those we have already tucked into in other eateries Maybe those were far out much better. Nevertheless, in all fairness, credit due, not high distinction though, must be credit given right? Rice set meal and dessert were not winners, but did reflect how a traditional Indonesian meal should be.

Great restaurant that serves authentic and delicious local Solo cuisine, decorated top to bottom with very fine Javanese and local furniture and antiques. While waiting for my dinner of Pecel Solo and Nasi Liwet (which didn't take long), I enjoyed having a look around at all the antique pieces which populated the first floor. If felt like I was at both a gallery and museum. The food was excellent, and the service was great. Parking was also plentiful. Overall, great experience, and a must dine if you're visiting Solo.

Such a good traditional places with a lot old things, the food is good with original taste, but lil bit pricey for traditional food, but if you there u have such a good experience in there

Was staying at Alila Hotel and we had additional breakfast here. The food was various and taste very good. I like the ambience and the design. The restaurant was spacious, staff was nice.

Dinner Meat Me!! INBRAZIL.. worth it banget dng rate nya.. semua enak dr appetizer, , main course & dessert nya.. Service excellence by Ardian Communicative , hamble

Would recomend the buffet here at epice to everyone visiting Solo. Great spread of breakfast buffet! Do try their Timlo, Nasi Liwet, Gemblong and Bubur Kacang Hijau. Love to dine in here good ambience, friendly and helpful staff's, amazing services !

We stayed at Alila Solo where breakfast was included in the room rate. It’s very good breakfast and extensive variety as we expected for a 5 stars hotel. Good service and friendly staffs.

Very bad service, the meat is tough, the waiter does not seriously follow all the tables. There are tables that are well taken care of and other tables that are not taken care of at all. You feel as if you are eating food for free, so you feel that you have to pay the price for their attention to you. A very bad and frustrating experience, I will definitely not repeat it

Great restaurant in the lobby of Alila Hotel. The service from our waiter Ardian was great and we really enjoyed the food! The breakfast buffet is amazing too! Tons of great options.

Went to Epice for a family dinner with 8 people. 4 taking the buffet and the other 4 choosing drinks and food from the a la carte menu. When the water service arrived at our table, only the 4 guests who were ordering the buffet, were given a “free” glass of water, while the other 4 guests who were waiting for their F&B order were not served any drinking water. Upon asking why not everybody was given some drinking water, the waiter replied that the “free” water is only for the buffet guests, not for the a la carte guests… so their glasses were left empty. It seems that Alila’s Epice restaurant’s concept of hospitality is just that: even 4 glasses of drinking water, that could have made 4 paying guests happy, is too much to ask. Even after checking with supervisor Putra, the explanation stayed the same. If you want a glass of “free” drinking water, you have to order the buffet. Doesn’t matter if you are waiting for your drinks and food, that you ordered, to come to your table. Truly disappointing, and truly missing the point of what hospitality business is about. Giving just 4 glasses of simple water would have made for a positive impression, but now the opposite happened. So for anybody who wants to visit Solo, and would like some drinking water, feel free to contact me. I will serve it free of any charge. With thanks to Ms. Liana, duty manager, who seemed to have a better understanding of how the hospitality business should work.

There are plenty of foods you can enjoy here. They also serve brown, white, yellow and Hainan rice. Lots of choices for vegetarian meals too. Place is family and kids friendly.

The place is really good for family but the size is in small portion,make sure you ask if it's enough for your family...the food is good,alot of variants...

When my first time visiting this restaurant, there was an event, actually I didn’t mind with the event but the children were running around inside like a playground. Maybe because of the restaurant not too crowded so the staffs just watching them. I order sapo tahu sayuran, after asking the waitress a lot. It’s a good meal, i like it. Very delicious not too sweet or salty. They have big portion and maybe can be enough for 2-3 people

Every sunday after jogging always visit here to take a breafast. Many kind of food and taste can be choose it. Is easy for people that just stop for the meal and go

This place is great, have a very nice vibe, the food is delicious in any kind of varieties and affordable in many prices

Good food, good experience, good vibes, good atmosphere, good price

good food, clean and pleasantly comfortable place to dine